1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |